Fire And Security Commissioning Engineer

Secureshield Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

On-call travel

Private health & life insurance

25 days + bank holidays

Training & courses

Career progression

Job summary

RangerFS is seeking a Fire & Security Commissioning Engineer in Newcastle Upon Tyne. You’ll commission and test fire alarms, security systems and TECS equipment, fault-find to final completion, and collaborate with design and install teams to deliver top-tier projects.

The role requires strong commissioning and electrical testing skills, the ability to troubleshoot under pressure, and knowledge of fire & security standards. Client communication is essential for successful handovers.

Qualifications

• Strong commissioning and electrical engineering skills.
• Solid experience with electrical testing and verification.
• A knack for troubleshooting and solving problems under pressure.
• Knowledge of fire & security standards.
• Confidence communicating with clients and colleagues.
• Experience in the Fire & Security sector (ideal but not essential).
• Relevant electrical/technical qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning and testing fire alarms, security systems, and TECS equipment.
• Fault-finding like a pro and getting systems over the finish line.
• Working closely with design and install teams to deliver top-tier projects.
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Supporting smooth client handovers with confidence and clarity.

Skills

Commissioning

Electrical engineering

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Client communication

Fire & security standards

Electrical qualifications

Education

Electrical qualifications

Job description

Fire & Security Commissioning Engineer - Newcastle Upon Tyne

Salary ranges £35K-£45K per annum, depending on experience and skill set.

Ready to join a team where your technical skill actually gets recognised?

Why Engineers Choose Us

• £35K-£45K depending on experience and capability
• Flexible working hours
• On call travel door to door
• Finders fee up £1,000 per referral
• Fully expensed van + mobile phone + laptop
• Private health insurance & life insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and you can buy more)
• Paid training & relevant courses
• Clear progression in a rapidly expanding group
• Supportive culture — you're part of a team, not a payroll number

What You'll Be Doing

• Commissioning and testing fire alarms, security systems, and TECS equipment
• Fault-finding like a pro and getting systems over the finish line
• Working closely with design and install teams to deliver top-tier projects
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Supporting smooth client handovers with confidence and clarity

What You Bring

• Strong commissioning and electrical engineering skills
• Solid experience with electrical testing and verification
• A knack for troubleshooting and solving problems under pressure
• Knowledge of fire & security standards
• Confidence communicating with clients and colleagues
• Experience in the Fire & Security sector (ideal but not essential)
• Relevant electrical/technical qualifications

Successful candidates are subject to BS7858 security screening and Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS).

As an equal opportunities' employer, RangerFS is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Ranger